Devine aims for silverware as Glentoran faces Linfield in derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Glentoran manager Declan Devine expressed the need to secure trophies this season after a disappointing previous campaign. The team, who finished third in the Irish Premiership and failed to win any trophies last year, faces rivals Linfield in an upcoming derby. Devine highlighted the importance of the match and the rivalry, noting both teams have had contrasting starts to the league season. The derby is set to take place at Windsor Park, with both clubs eager for bragging rights. A County Antrim Shield first round match follows on September 1.
- •Devine emphasizes need for trophies after last season's shortcomings.
- •Glentoran won the County Antrim Shield in Devine's first season.
- •The derby takes place Saturday at 15:00 BST.
- •Glentoran defeated Limavady United 2-0 in their league opener.
- •Linfield lost 3-0 to Ballymena United in their league opener.
- 9:28 AMYahoo Sports — Devine knows he needs 'silverware in the cabinet'
"Glentoran manager Declan Devine said he "needs to put silverware in the cabinet this year" after failing to win a trophy last season.
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